•    Startups to receive incubation support of up to ₹1 crore and acceleration support of up to ₹5 crores

New Delhi, October 07, 2025: IHFC (I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics), the Technology Innovation Hub of IIT Delhi, proudly announces the launch of the second edition of its flagship initiative, ‘Pitch Perfect 2.0’—a nationwide startup incubation and acceleration initiative that has been a game-changer for emerging founders. The initiative will be launched in three Indian cities, namely Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi.

Pitch Perfect 2.0 is more than just a pitching event—it’s a launchpad for transformative deep tech ideas. The initiative has become bolder and bigger in collaboration with Easy Knowledge, Seafund, Fluid Ventures, and Google for Startups. It will give IHFC-incubated startups the added advantage of directly being able to pitch to some of India’s top VCs to accelerate their next-level growth.

The pitching events under Pitch Perfect 2.0 will be held in IIT Alumni Centre, Bengaluru (November 10, 2025); IIM Mumbai (November 12); and R&I Park, IIT Delhi (November 17).

This year’s edition is primed to bring together the best of innovation and investment, uniting passionate founders, leading venture capitalists, and corporate visionaries under one roof. Founders will get the unique opportunity to unlock funding, mentorship, and growth pathways directly from the ecosystem’s top players.

Startups entering the program will receive incubation support of up to ₹1 crore and acceleration support of up to ₹5 crores, allowing them to:
·         Gain instant access to curated investor connections and deal flow.
·         Pitch directly to leading VCs, angels, and corporate investors.
·         Learn from industry stalwarts through expert-led panel discussions.
·         Receive hands-on insights to sharpen your startup strategy.
·         Network with peers, mentors, and industry veterans shaping India’s innovation ecosystem.
·         Explore high-value incubation and acceleration opportunities with IHFC and its partners.

                       

Speaking about Pitch Perfect 2.0, IHFC's CEO, Mr. Ashutosh Dutt Sharma, said, “Pitch Perfect 2.0 is more than an event; it’s a movement empowering entrepreneurs to turn bold, disruptive, deep tech ideas into impactful businesses. With the combined strength of IHFC and its partners, this initiative is setting new standards in nurturing India’s next wave of unicorns. Join the Movement. Dream. Pitch. Grow. Let your startup story begin here.”
                                                                                                
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